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This Is Actually The Most Slimming Dress Style (It's Not An LBD!)

April 11, 2017 by Justine Schwartz
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You probably have at least one or two little black dresses in your closet reserved for date nights and New Year's Eve when you want to look your best--but did you know that LBDs aren't actually the *most* flattering dress style, according to style experts? There's another classic dress silhouette that women should reach for first when they want to feel their best. 

 

What is it??

 

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Answer: wrap dresses!

 

According to Tiffany Reese, styling marketing lead at Stitch Fix, "There is a reason the wrap dress has stayed in style since it’s conception in the 1970’s [by Diane Von Furstenberg] - it looks great on everyone."

 

But why??

 

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"The tie waist cinches on the slimmest portion of the torso, giving an ultra-slimming effect for all body types," Reese explains. "The v-neckline paired with this waistline allows the dress to enhance your bust while slimming the hips – making it an ideal for those with a pear and square silhouettes."

 

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"Not only is the wrap dress the most slimming dress style, but it’s also perfect for any age and can be worn anywhere, anytime. Flattering for all figures, perfect for multiple occasions, and styled at any age, it’s easy to see why it’s been a wardrobe staple since the 70s!”

 

Amazing! Now, go check out Stitch Fix then shop our favorite wrap dresses in the slideshow attached.

Midi Wrap Dress

Midi Wrap Dress ($79)

Wrap It Up Print Wrap Dress

Wrap It Up Print Wrap Dress ($54.95)

ASTR Floral Print Wrap Dress

ASTR Floral Print Wrap Dress ($68)

Faux Wrap Dress ADRIANNA PAPELL

Faux Wrap Dress ADRIANNA PAPELL ($130)

Adeline Floral Print Wrap Dress ASTR THE LABEL

Adeline Floral Print Wrap Dress ASTR THE LABEL ($110)

Cold Shoulder Wrap Dress GLAMOROUS

Cold Shoulder Wrap Dress GLAMOROUS ($119)

Stretch Jersey Faux Wrap Dress ANNE KLEIN

Stretch Jersey Faux Wrap Dress ANNE KLEIN ($99)

Yumi Kim Caught In the Midi Wrap Dress

Yumi Kim Caught In the Midi Wrap Dress ($248)

Diane von Furstenberg New Jeanne Two Wrap Dress

Diane von Furstenberg New Jeanne Two Wrap Dress ($398)

MINKPINK x Disney Enchanted Midi Wrap Dress

MINKPINK x Disney Enchanted Midi Wrap Dress ($109)

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More style inspo: Claire Danes

 

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Author:

Editorial Director

Justine Schwartz is a veteran women's lifestyle editor; she's written extensively about style & beauty tips, health advice and wedding planning. Her work has appeared in New York Magazine, Huffington Post and New York Weddings. Justine has been with SheFinds since 2010; you can reach her via email at Justine@shefinds.com.

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